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Want your extension and garden to work in harmony? Here's what the experts advise
By Natasha Brinsmead published
The design of your extension needs to take into account your garden and vice versa if you want the two to work together – as our expert guide explains

Builder receives £3,000 fine after 13 years of defying demolition order for illegal extension
By Joseph Mullane published
The builder ignored repeated requests to remove the extension but now has finally begun demolition work

Maximising light when adding a kitchen extension should be a priority — here's how to create a bright, airy space
By Natasha Brinsmead published
How to build a kitchen extension that is full of natural light and won't leave existing spaces in the dark

How much value does an extension add and which type could reap the biggest reward?
By Sarah Harley published
Choosing to add an extension is usually based on increasing space and improving your relationship with your home. But how much value does each type add and is it only about the money?

Thought you wouldn't need a structural engineer for your extension? You might need to reconsider
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Wondering whether you need a structural engineer for your extension project? Our guide explains

Understanding how to design an extension can seem daunting — but our expert-led guide is here to simplify things
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Follow these 7 steps to extension design success

What are the best ways of insulating an extension? Our guide lays out the options
By Natasha Brinsmead published
When looking at the task of insulating an extension, don't only think about the new additional space – consider the existing building too

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's extension to £15m Cotswold home faces inquiry from locals
By Joseph Mullane published
Locals claim the extension and newly-installed fence poses a flooding threat to local historic Roman remains

Steer clear of these 14 extension mistakes say the experts if you want to avoid delays, extra costs or even a disaster
By Michael Holmes, Sarah Harley last updated
Planning on extending? Avoid these 14 extension mistakes to ensure your build progresses smoothly and without any major hitches

Extension snagging — what's involved, when should it be done and who's responsible?
By Sarah Harley published
Extension snagging can be time consuming but is a must do task. But, what falls into the category of snagging and who should remedy any problems? Here's the best advice for getting final sign off and a beautifully completed project
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